These 5 Cozy Gifts Help Ensure Smooth Bedtimes for the Whole Family

(So it's sort of a gift to yourself, too!)

The best gifts are those that keep giving, and if you could gift easy, peaceful bedtimes, wouldn't that be amazing?

Just think about it: say good bye to the frantic "HOW IS-IT-11PM-ALREADY?" scrambles, as well as the hunt for clean, cozy pajamas and the scurry for bedtimes snacks. Now this would be a gift!

When it comes to smooth and relaxed day-to-night transitions, this holiday gift list will have you tucked in and sleeping peacefully in no time.

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Cozy Blanket

Yes, we know it's hard to make the couch-to-bed transition when you're tucked up under a cozy couch throw, but you really should be spending the night in a real bed. A couch is built primarily for sitting and even great for lounging, but the real restful stuff comes in a proper bed. If you gift your family their own cozy blanket throws, they can easily move the warm covers with them during the dreaded off-to-bed transition. After all, it's winter, and there is no better time to wrap yourself in comfort.

Hygge for the win!

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Personalized Mug

While we're getting "personal," don't overlook fun, personal mugs for everyone in the family. There are literally 1000s available and you can gift anything from mugs personalized with names or initials for everyone in the family on a matching set to way-out eclectic with a major mismatched collection that gives every member of your family a mug denoting a hobby, love, or personal esthetic.

Even the littlest family members will enjoy their nighttime hot cocoa (with marshmallows, please!) that little bit more if it's served in their very own mug. Add a package of hot cocoa to a mug and you have a great stocking stuffer they can use that very night.

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Soft, Warm Pajama Sets

Now the most important step on your mission to make peaceful bedtimes a thing: Cozy, comfortable pajamas. And when they come is in sets, is there anything better? New PJs have long been a popular holiday gift and for good reasons: they're super affordable, they get used all year long, they're practical, and let's be honest here; pajama sets are one of the cutest things out there for people aged 0 -100.

These Carisma women's North Country pajama sets from Giant Tiger are made in a waffle weave for cozy comfort, and have adjustable drawstring waistbands, which at holiday time is a must-have for upping the lounging game. They're made from a soft cotton/polyester blend and long sleeves and cuffed ankles make them great for keeping all of your parts warm and comfy this holiday season - and beyond!

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Books!

Why not make a deal with yourself for the New Year? You forgo television or devices in the bedroom, and instead read a book. Try it for one month. Even if you spend a month on one novel, that will be 12 books read by the end of the year which for many readers is about 10 more than they had time for last year. Give up the TV after 8pm and make it a family initiative, because books are suitable for all ages and all bedtime hours. There's no better way to increase your entertainment and knowledge while setting the stage for sleep than a traditional cover and paper BOOK.

We're betting that by February next year, your kids (and you!) will be saying "TV-who?"

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Audio Book App and Gift Card

If conventional books are not your thing, you can still get your fill with audio books. There are many apps and services available for all ages of reader/listeners and you can easily gift a set of comfy earbuds (there are special nightime earbuds on the market) and gift card for a starter book. Kids love hearing stories before bedtime and after you've heard a request for the fourth story of the night, you may find audio books you're new best friend and cohort in making peaceful bedtimes happen.